Comparison of recovery characteristics of sevoflurane and halothane in children undergoing adenotonsillectomy

ABSTRACT

To compare recovery characteristics of sevoflurane and halothane anaesthesia in children. Patients and A total of 80 children aged 3-8 years presenting for elective adenotonsillectomy. Children divided into two groups Group I In which received sevoflurane anaesthesia. Group II In which received halothane anaesthesia. The mean time of emergence and time of interaction after surgery was significantly shorter in group I than group II. The time taken to be ready for discharge from recovery room to the ward was also significantly shorter in group I than group II. Recovery is significantly faster with sevoflurane than with halothane anaesthesia